There's been a lot of discussion here about mountain biking camps and classes and their benefits. DH is a good rider and a good instructor, but I think I need instruction that's less "personal". I've been riding for awhile, but my descending skills are atrocious (ok, non-existent) and I balk at obstacles that I really want to be able to ride.

Has anyone ever tried the REI intro and intermediate MTB classes? Any good? They seem to be the only thing near me (Philly area). Traveling to Colorado or Arizona for camp just isn't in the budget.

Catriona- as I recall (?), you were looking at doing one of the REI classes. How was it?

Thanks in advance for opinions/advice/etc!